Careers

Important Note: This role necessitates in-person presence five days a week at our client's office in San Diego, CA.

Important Note: A minimum of three years of experience as a litigation paralegal is required, with at least one year dedicated to personal injury law. If you do not meet this criterion, please refrain from scheduling a call as it will be canceled.

Overview of Our Client

Our client, a distinguished litigation firm situated in San Diego, specializes in high-impact personal injury cases. Renowned for their tailored approach and top-notch legal assistance, they are looking to broaden their team by recruiting a proficient Litigation Paralegal. The chosen candidate will offer comprehensive support to attorneys throughout the case process, from intake to settlement and trial. The firm provides a collaborative setting and chances for meaningful participation in cases.

Job Duties

• Prepare letters of representation and inform lienholders
• Input and oversee case data in the case management system
• Keep track of deadlines, deliver legal documents, and research party information
• Request medical records and billing from providers
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients; maintain regular communication
• Create complaints, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents
• Aid in securing experts and coordinating examinations
• Monitor discovery, pretrial, and trial deadlines
• Develop settlement demands and mediation briefs
• Arrange exhibits and assist in preparing for depositions, mediations, and trials
• Handle settlement logistics, including releases, accounting, and distribution
• Prepare documentation for minors' compromises and case closure

Requirements

• Minimum three years of experience as a litigation paralegal, with a focus on personal injury cases
• Associate or bachelor's degree and a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program
• Thorough understanding of civil procedure, court deadlines, and rules
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel); familiarity with eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity) and trial software (e.g., Trial Director) is advantageous
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Capability to handle confidential and emotionally sensitive information with discretion

Benefits of this Role

• Integral part of a successful personal injury team
• Engagement in impactful and meaningful litigation cases
• Comprehensive health insurance with generous dependent coverage
• 401(k) with matching and profit-sharing options
• Supportive team environment with long-term stability